Need Energy? 15 Healthy Snacks to Take Anywhere.
Are you looking for a good snack to recharge your batteries before going to work out?
Or a little snack to put in your mouths to avoid the bar hits in the middle of the afternoon?
So look no further :-)
The high protein snacks are a simple, effective and healthy way to bring more energy to your body.
Because they are packed with protein and nutrients, high protein snacks are THE ideal solution for recharge your batteries.
And in addition, the energy they provide lasts Longer than high carbohydrate snacks.
And if you think high protein snacks are all about bland, boring foods like hard-boiled eggs, think again :-)
These 15 high protein snack recipes are delicious, healthy and easy to prepare. And in addition, all our snacks still contain more of protein than an egg (about 6 g per egg)!
Discover 15 delicious high protein snacks AND easy to take away:
1. Canoes with almond puree
Do you know the purees of nuts? You can find several varieties in organic stores: almond puree, cashews or walnuts. Served in a "canoe" - a stalk of celery, for example - they are a real delight.
Spread the mash on a stalk of celery. Sprinkle the whole thing with a few almonds or raisins. If you don't like celery, replace it with an apple. Cut into quarters and emptied of its seeds, the apple turns into small "boats" in which you can spread your almond puree.
Protein content: 8.3 g (for 2 tablespoons of almond puree and 200 g of celery / apple)
To buy it now, we recommend this organic almond puree.
2. Mixtures of dried fruits
Mixtures of dried fruits and nuts are perfect for recharging your batteries. They have a high protein content and can easily be taken in your bag, for snacking anytime.
Instead of buying store-bought mixes, buy nuts and dried fruits in bulk, and create your own mix. FYI, the nuts that contain the most protein are almonds and pistachios ;-)
Protein content: 6.5 g (almonds, pistachios, sunflower seeds, walnuts, raisins and chocolate chips - 1 tbsp of each ingredient)
3. Pumpkin seeds
Have you just made a delicious pumpkin soup? Do not throw away the seeds. Once rinsed, dried and toasted, they are an excellent snack, particularly rich in fiber. In addition, thanks to their high zinc content, pumpkin seeds strengthen your immune system.
Protein content: 8 g (for 180 g of pumpkin seeds roasted in the oven at 150 ° for 20 min and sprinkled with 1 teaspoon of curry powder)
4. Hummus in a jar
Here is a great idea for a small snack that is easy to take with you. Add 2 to 3 good spoonfuls of hummus at the bottom of a small jar. Then, complete with a handful of vegetable sticks (carrots, celery, cucumber, etc.) in the hummus. Close the jar, and voila!
Easily transportable in your purse or gym bag, you can nibble on this balanced snack at any time of the day.
Protein content: 6.7 g (for 80 g of hummus and 75 g of vegetable sticks)
5. The cheese platter to take away
What could be more delicious than a good cheese platter? For a mini and easy to go version, prepare a few slices of cheese (without too much fat) and whole grain cookies (for their carbohydrate contribution). Add a handful of almonds, for their high protein, "healthy" fat and fiber content.
Protein content: 9.6 g (for a piece of cheese, 3 whole grain cookies and 10 almonds)
6. Greek yogurt with muesli
Why Greek yogurt? Because it contains a lot more protein than regular yogurt. And what's more, it's rich in calcium and probiotics with anti-inflammatory properties. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of muesli and it's the perfect snack!
Protein content: 16 g (for 1 Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons of muesli)
To discover : The Incredibly Simple Homemade Yogurt Recipe.
7. The Perfect Protein Perfect
In a transportable container, alternate layers of Greek yogurt (no fat) and fresh or frozen fruit (depending on the season). Then add a little honey and a handful of oatmeal, to add crunch to your perfectly protein-rich, probiotic-rich parfait.
Protein content: 12.9 g (for 150 g of fat-free Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of oatmeal and 2 tablespoons of berries)
8. Chocolate milk
No, chocolate milk is not just a snack for children. In fact, it's an amazing source of protein with great biological value (especially after a good workout at the gym).
Chocolate milk is a great recovery drink - plus it comes in individual servings that you can easily take with you in your gym bag or backpack. But take care to choose a chocolate milk without added sugars.
Protein content: 9 g (for 1 glass of chocolate milk 1% fat and no added sugars)
9. The turkey club sandwich
No need to wait until the holidays to enjoy one of the less fatty meats, turkey. For a great, balanced snack, you can always turn to a good turkey sandwich, with a little cheese and veggies. Thanks to its high protein content, turkey recharges your batteries for several hours!
Protein content: 20.4 g (for 2 slices of roast turkey, whole grain bread, 1 slice of Emmental, 1 salad leaf and 1 teaspoon of mustard)
10. Tuna cookies
Who doesn't have a can of tuna at home? Tuna is not only rich in protein, but it is also high in vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids. For a filling, super-quick snack, nothing could be easier than a can of tuna and a few whole grain cookies. A few tasty tuna sandwiches will recharge your batteries every time.
Protein content: 12 g (for a small 90g tin of tuna and 11 whole grain cookies)
11. Grilled quinoa
Quinoa is a real superfood, well known to people with gluten intolerance. Plus, this surprising recipe is easy. Lightly sweeten the quinoa (with sugar, honey or maple syrup) and grill it in the oven for 10 minutes at 200 °.
In a take-out container, sprinkle your quinoa over yogurt. Or do like me and nibble it as is, like muesli.
Protein content: 9.4 g (for 60 g of quinoa, 1/2 tbsp of ground flax seeds, 1 tbsp of dried coconut and 1 tbsp of maple syrup)
12. The sweet and savory skewer
Cut 6 pieces of cooked pressed cheese (such as Comté, Emmental, Beaufort, etc.). Then, using a simple toothpick, skewer the pieces of cheese, alternating them with grapes.
The saltyness of the cheese and the sweetness of the grapes complement each other perfectly. In fact, savory-sweet kebabs are a sophisticated, delicious, high-protein snack.
Protein content: 9 g (for 30 g of Comté and 6 grapes)
13. Protein popcorn
Did you know that popcorn is a high fiber snack that also has a powerful satiating effect? To increase the protein intake of popcorn, add nutritional yeast. This product is known by vegetarians and vegans because it replaces Parmesan - and it is also rich in vitamin B.
Protein content: 8.9 g (for 25 g of popcorn, sprinkled with 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast and a pinch of salt)
To buy it now, we recommend this nutritional yeast, without GMOs, without preservatives and without additives.
14. Grilled chickpeas
Did you know that chickpeas lower your cholesterol levels? And good news, to enjoy their benefits, it's not just hummus (our snack # 4).
Remove the skin from the chickpeas, coat with oil and spices and bake for 20 minutes at 160 °. And there you have it, grilled chickpeas to bite into, a crunchy, high-protein snack. And what's more, kept in a freezer bag or a small plastic box, they are very easy to take with you.
Protein content: 9 g (for 150 g of canned chickpeas, 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cayenne pepper)
15. Take-out bowls with chia seeds
Here is THE recipe that will allow you to enjoy the incredible benefits of these miraculous seeds. And nothing could be easier to prepare them. In small, easily transportable containers, soak chia seeds in almond milk. Leave to cool for 4 hours in the refrigerator, and voila! You have a delicious snack to go that provides 30% of your recommended daily allowance of calcium, iron and magnesium.
Protein content: 7 g (for 175 g of chia seeds, 1 mustard glass of almond milk and 1/2 tablespoon of honey)
To discover : The 10 Benefits of Chia Seeds That No One Knows About.
To buy it now, we recommend these 100% organic and non-GMO chia seeds.
There you go, now you know our 15 ideas for energizing snacks :-)
Your turn...
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